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  • James Faillace avatar

    Land Of The Giants

    Contributed by James Faillace on Jul 17, 2001
    based on 336 ratings
     | 30,714 views

    The giants of our hearts that keep us out of God’s rest.

    Land of the Giants With toes curled tightly over the edge of the diving board and the refreshing blue water 12 feet below, I found myself at 7 years old for the very first time standing on the high diving board. With friends cheering below, which seemed more like a mile away rather than just 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worship Is More Than A Sunday Feeling Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 8,726 views

    Part two of four in a series that look at what a healthy Christians does.

    You Might Be A Healthy Christian If......... (Series) Worship is More Than A Sunday Feeling. Isaiah 6:1-8 July 29, 2001 First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: 1. The French have a proverb that provides insight for worship. A. "A good meal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lord, Teach Us To Pray

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 13,140 views

    Jesus gave us a Pattern, Promise, and Partner for Prayer!

    LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY Lord, teach us to pray! How did you learn to pray? Often, we learn by the examples of people around us. Some of us can think back to our earliest childhood memories and think of the simple prayers our parents used at the table and at the bedside. Others have learned from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Sacrifice

    Contributed by Craig Fenton on Aug 19, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,144 views

    THE SACRIFICE THAT HAS TO BE MADE FOR MISSIONS.

    SACRIFICE PT 1 Let me start by saying that without a sacrifice there would be no missions. A sacrifice on whose behalf! Firstly, on Jesus’ behalf, Isaiah 53:3-5, pierced for our transgressions each and every one of us is guilty in our iniquities until we are covered by the blood. That is the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    To Be Made Clean

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 21, 2001
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,308 views

    To be made clean requires a correct...

    TO BE MADE CLEAN—Luke 5:12-16 Shun/Outcast/Heal/Untouchable Need: ...You feel Shame/Guilty/Dirty/Unclean/Filthy in their presence? Is there something in your Past, Present, Future(still involved in it now) ?Do others Sense that shame with their spirit? ?Does it Repel others or cause others to Shun ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Dead Men Rise

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,586 views

    6 conditions toward ending your deadness. When the dead rise Jesus has...

    When Dead Men Rise—Luke 7:11-17 Jesus raised a young man from the dead. Jesus can bring an end to deadness. When can Jesus bring an end to physical & spiritual deadness? What happens when the dead rise? 6 conditions/evidences/provisions for ending your deadness. 1—When the dead rise Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Conviction For Witness—part 1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 14, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,489 views

    Who will bear witness of/to Jesus’ revelation? 17 convictions for bearing witness to Jesus’ revelation. Part 1 of a 2 part sermon.

    A CONVICTION FOR WITNESS—I—Revelation 1:9-20 Need: Some of us have trouble ‘witnessing’. We allow other things to call us away from that responsibility. The apostle John was convicted to record the fantastic images of Jesus’ revelation. Those loyal to Christ will be convicted to bear record of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why The Big Deal About The Resurrection?

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,290 views

    A Sermon I gave on Easter teaching why it is essential that we believe in the resurrection of Jesus.

    Introduction: Swoon Theory – Read Crucifixion Described Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul talking to those who deny the resurrection, still today, 4 consequences Purpose Statement: If Christ is not raised from the grave… I. Our Preaching is in vain A. Preaching a Dead Christ won’t save ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Beginning

    Contributed by Michael Hand on May 17, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,411 views

    Purpose a "new beginning" for the Lord as we look at two areas in the Bible to help us improve our Christian walk using Saul and Jonah as examples.

    A New Beginning Let’s talk about “new beginnings” this morning! The kind of “new beginnings” that really mean something. Starting fresh again...with a new awakening in your Christian walk. And why not! ...we’re still in the very first few weeks of an entire new year. To help show you ...and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Courage To Swim Against The Current - Jer. 38:1-13

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 19,051 views

    The Courage to Swim Against the Current - Jer. 38:1-13

    The Courage to Swim Against the Current - Jer. 38:1-13 Illustration:To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, be nothing. Elbert Hubbard. Illustration: Where Am I Going? Pastor Rick - Crown Of Life Church From Zalomes Bridge to the World ============== It’s comforting to hear that even ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Extreme Fatherhood Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 9,490 views

    WWW.STEVENSCREEK.NET: Various Scriptures Used. A message to men encouraging them to build their lives on a firm Biblical foundation. The sermon was presented to a seeker-sensitive congregation.

    Extreme Fatherhood Dr. Marty Baker / June 16, 2002 Video Clip of Extreme Sports Television is full of commercials promoting some soft drink, SUV or dandruff shampoo using images of sports. Gusto-filled 20-somethings are seen jumping off cliffs wearing nothing more than shorts, T-shirt and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Mary's Song

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 2, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 7,806 views

    Christmas sermon on Mary’s song

    "My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior." Let’s join Mary today in rejoicing at the coming of Christ our Saviour. There’s a certain timelessness in the words of Mary’s song. The coming of Christ affects all times and places in a similar way. So let’s spend some time ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Bob AuBuchon avatar

    Go Ahead And Ask! Series

    Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Jan 19, 2001
    based on 269 ratings
     | 17,448 views

    Ask God the a blessing that you cannot get for yourself!

    "Go Ahead and Ask!" Last week we began looking into the prayer of Jabez for a deeper understanding of how to pray and gain a fuller blessed life. "Frequently these short cameo appearances by seemingly unknowns reveal deeper insights into the word of God." -- Carl Hagensick -Jabez believed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Spooner avatar

    Behold Your God!

    Contributed by Don Spooner on Jan 31, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 10,405 views

    Isaiah told Zion to strongly proclaim the Lord Jesus by shouting, "Behold Your God!"

    Isaiah 40:9. O Zion, that bringest good tidings, get thee up into the high mountain; O Jerusalem, that bringest good tidings, lift up thy voice with strength; lift [it] up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold your God! 10 Behold, the Lord GOD will come with strong [hand], and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Thron avatar

    Drawn And Quartered

    Contributed by Chris Thron on Feb 12, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 2,791 views

    Socially and emotionally, American Christians are being torn apart, and the Church is only making things worse.

    This article exposes a deep flaw in the American Church. This flaw, which has been largely overlooked, has set the stage for the current epidemic of serious social problems, including crime, divorce, depression, drug abuse, and suicide. It follows that the Church is indirectly responsible for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational